News
Smithville robbery suspect caught
CLAY COUNTY — Matthew R. Williams, 21, was arrested with the assistance of the Blue Springs Police Department and is currently in custody. Wiliams has been charged with first-degree robbery for an incident that took place at Smithville Lake late July 17 into the early morning hours of July 18. Williams was one of several…
Community Living
DIVAS ON A DIME: Try easy, elegant dessert this summer
By Patti DiamondThe first time I saw panna cotta, I wasn’t entirely sure what I was looking at.There on the plate was this perfectly smooth, glossy little dessert. It wasn’t pudding. It wasn’t custard. It certainly didn’t look like gelatin. Then I took a bite.If Jell-O and vanilla ice cream had a love child, this…
Multimedia
Best of the Northland
Best of the Northland celebration Tuesday, July 28 inside Belvoir Winery and Inn.
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Entertainment
MOVIE REVIEW: Brand new meh
By Simonie Wilson I may be somewhat unique in that I have enjoyed every Spider-Man movie through the years/decades, even as I grew weary of the superhero multitude along with the masses, so I was very much looking forward to “Brand New Day.” Imagine my disappointment, then, finding there is nothing new or special about…
Opinion
Maybe next adventure should be volunteering?
You’re retired, or close to it. Your children are grown and have families and homes of their own. You have life experience, professional skills, and a desire to stay active. You also understand the importance of community, camaraderie, and compassion. What’s next?